Origin
Gideon, MO
Late night in Gideon on Saturday
Local time
4:26 AM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Gideon, MO to Matthews, MO
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
58m
Distance
43.2 mi
69 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
★
6 AM
0h 59m
8 AM
1h 8m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 2m
5 PM
1h 8m
8 PM
0h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gideon, MO
Richy Dannielz
Matthews, MO
Mikhail Nilov
Trip Overview
Gideon, MO to Matthews, MO is 43.2 miles and takes about 58 minutes via I 55, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Midwest region, specifically Missouri, making it a straightforward connection between two points. The drive is primarily highway-focused, suggesting a quick and efficient journey rather than a leisurely exploration. Given its brevity, this route is ideal for a same-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination with plenty of time to spare.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 58m. Total distance: 43.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (65%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This route features a highway-focused profile, with 65% of the journey utilizing major roadways like I 55. You'll experience a continuous stretch of 24.9 miles on I 55, offering a consistent driving pace. While the majority is highway, the inclusion of East 4th Street and US 61 suggests a transition into more local road environments as you approach your destination. Expect a blend of efficient freeway travel and slightly slower, more direct local road navigation.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 55 is the longest continuous segment at about 24.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and East 4th Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MO 162 / East 4th Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Gideon, MO to Matthews, MO is easy. At 58m with 65% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MO 162 / East 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 13.4 miles (US 61; MO 162): Navigation decision point; at 14.4 miles (US 61; MO 162): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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MO 162 / East 4th Street
Turn right onto MO 162 / East 4th Street
Navigation decision point
5
13.4 mi into trip
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~23m in
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US 61; MO 162
At end of road, turn right onto US 61; MO 162
Navigation decision point
4
14.4 mi into trip
|
~25m in
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US 61; MO 162
Turn left onto US 61; MO 162
Navigation decision point
4
15.1 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Take the ramp toward I 55 North: Sikeston
Navigation decision point
Toward I 55 North: Sikeston
6
40.2 mi into trip
|
~53m in
Take the exit toward MO 80: Matthews, East Prairie
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 58
Toward MO 80: Matthews, East Prairie
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Gideon, MO to Matthews, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Prairie along the way.
Prairie
40.2 mi in
|
~53m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 24.9 mi | 26m |
| East 4th Street | 13.4 mi | 23m |
| US 61 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| MO 80 | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| MO H | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| West Main Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 24.9 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gideon, MO and Matthews, MO.
1
Start on this road
26 ft
·
4 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto MO 162
13 mi
·
23 min
·
East 4th Street
3
At end of road, turn right onto US 61; MO 162
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
US 61; MO 162
4
Turn left onto US 61; MO 162
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
US 61; MO 162
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward I 55 North: Sikeston
6
Merge onto I 55
25 mi
·
26 min
·
I 55
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 58
Toward MO 80: Matthews, East Prairie
8
Turn left onto MO 80
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
MO 80
9
Continue on MO H
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
MO H
10
Arrive at destination
MO H
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.6 mi from Gideon, MO · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.6 miles from Gideon, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Matthews, MO
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Matthews, MO if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.75 one way
$13.51 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.42 | $14.83 |
| premium | $4.89 | $8.31 | $16.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.54 | $19.08 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13 | 0 | $4.54 | $2.07 |
| Efficient EV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.78 | $1.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.05 | $2.76 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Matthews, MO
Late night in Matthews on Saturday
Local time
4:26 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
20 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
58m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Gideon, MO to Matthews, MO covers 43.2 miles and takes about 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55, East 4th Street, US 61. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21.6 miles from Gideon, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.75 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Gideon, MO to Matthews, MO is easy. At 58m with 65% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MO 162 / East 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 13.4 miles (US 61; MO 162): Navigation decision point; at 14.4 miles (US 61; MO 162): Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Gideon, MO to Matthews, MO, road signs begin pointing toward Prairie along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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